What is the Foundation?

Established by Synod 1996, the Foundation was granted charitable status by the Internal Revenue Service and is a member of the Barnabas Foundation. The Foundation's board and its investment advisory committee are governed by and accountable to the Board of Trustees of the Christian Reformed Church.

Advancing the Ministries of the Church

Gifts have funded-or assisted in the funding of-projects such as...

• Abuse Prevention Conference, Pacific Northwest
• Continuing Education for Pastors
• Our Family Album Video and Study Guide
• Stewardship Materials
• Stewardship Seminars
• Ministry Share Video
• Our Family Album
• Free to Serve

The Foundation was established to receive gifts benefiting the church as a whole.

There are many opportunities for projects that will encourage church members and pastors. Your gift could give life to new ministry projects that honor God and advance his kingdom.

Gifts to the Foundation Leave a Legacy
Charitable gifts by means of:

• A will
• IRAs
• Life insurance
• Appreciated property
• Stock
• Cash

Gifts may be designated:

• For a specific project
• For a specific CRC agency

Would you like to know more?

Please contact: 
Peter Harkema, Director of Denominational Advancement
The Foundation of the CRC
2850 Kalamazoo Ave. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49560
Voice: 616-224-5899
Fax: 616-224-5895